How long does ti takes to start steaming?????
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I plug mine in and a blue light turns on. I pump the handle a few times after a couple of minutes and I can hear the slight "hiss" of the steam. By mopping back and forth, I pump the handle and keep the steam flowing. If I were to dragged the mop off in one extended direction and then another, I would not be steaming but just regular mopping. I can usually give the handle extra pumps to see the steam. I usually prime the thick, shaggy purple duster with a little extra water directly on the floor or fibers to get the mop moving well. I also flip the mop over to use the top if the bottom gets messy (so the mop handle looks backwards). The steamer works just fine that way too, as long as I continue to pump and keep water in the reservoir.
907883
Hmmm I don't know why that would be happening, just run it a few times maybe just to clear it at what point does itn spatter?? When it first starts to steam ?
1968673
This unit is rather large & sort of bulky....i just got one the other day, and i still have lots of questions...i assembled it, and filled it with some water & waited until the light came one & tried it out, but i don't think i had the right attachment....i too would like to know how hot the steam gets & what all can i use this on? i thought it might be good to clean some of our grandson's toys, etc...i think i'll call the info number this week....
1344185
I agree with the other comments. I would set the timer and the switch for the steam. Wait for the steam to start and that's it. If that doesn't work, then there is a problem with your steamer.
1559092
It takes a little while for it to start steaming when you put in a new filter or first start it up for the year. The filter has to soak up is what I have found out before it runs. Hope this helps.
1495047
Last night I put oatmeal ingredients in, programmed it to steam for ten minutes at midnight, after which it switched to warm mode until I turned it off in the morning (I didn't see any way to use the delay function to go directly to warm mode). This morning it's just like the oatmeal I make over night in the crock pot.
1741840
I can get my titanium nail red hot in about 20-30 seconds on full blast. I am guessing as I have never timed it. But it gets it red hot pretty fast.
72387
The structure of the steamer is like a double boiler steamer that you use on the stove-top. You get four parts to your unit: 1) The bottom "pan" is where you put just an INCH of water. The idea is to get this small amount of water boiling. I start with hot tap water to get things rolling faster. 2) The insert "pan" (just a bit smaller than the water holding pan) has holes through the bottom so the steam can get through to do the cooking. 3) There is an insert "shelf" for the pan with the holes, so that you can put two layers of veggies in--say potatoes in the bottom and something that needs less heat or cooking time on the shelf. One thing that I do all the time is put veggies in the bottom and poach a salmon fillet on the shelf. 4) The fourth piece is the lid. All in all, this is a great item. I eat steamed veggies from it all the time and they cook in less than half the time that a steamer on the stove does. Cut up potatoes or broccoli cooks in 4-6 minutes. Frozen peas are ready in a minute (the water has to get boiling to make steam!) Of course time increases with the amount of stuff you load in! Mine are single servings. If you are cooking for a family, just do it in a stove-top steamer! PS: Cleans with a quick rinse under the tap. Just the thing for a busy single person like me!
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It depends on what you are steaming, I purchased it for steaming veggies as I love to snack on fresh veggies, broccoli-carrots etc...it takes just under 10min. to do approx. 18-20 frozen brussel sprouts, I like the ease of it, I hope this will help you out some, i'm still experimenting !
2033427
I don't know. I've never tried to steam dim-sums. I'll have to give it a go.
1422439
You know... at the end of the day... I use the steamer for about 20 minutes at a time. All can goods now have BPA in them and they sit in them for weeks if not months. I think the 18 mins it takes to steam salmon and veggies isn't near what it would be in can. And keep in mind that BPA isn't toxic, the complications come from the fact that it mimics estrogen. I'm happy with my steamer, because it has really turned me on to steaming... will I move to stainless steel... more than likely, but this little bugger is a great starting point.
1604160
Mine stopped steaming after about two months of use. But to turn steam on you press the blue button on top by the handle.
713223
The steam time depends on the item and the voltage if your microwave. I do broccoli in 3min. And fish 10 or until opaque...
1513832
Takes about 4 minutes to heat up, light will go off. Yes it has steam all the time. But I keep ours plugged in all the time I am using it. Instruction book that comes with the unit explainseverything you need to know. Works great for our needs.
674081
Yes, I've found running the steam train as fast as possible for a few minutes gets the steam going. I too had trouble with at first. It is a subtle but very neat effect.
1969335
The directions are not accurate but you can still figure it out with minimal effort. Now the quality is another story. I have to put a towel down because no matter I do it leaks. Sometimes it will stay on for 20 minutes sometimes it turns off after 10 after making a really loud beep usually just wait 10 minutes and try it again. I got the extended warranty but to try to send it such a hassle. I do not recommend this brand. I jave friends wwho ok have steamers who dont give them any hassle. Good luck
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I use the steamer until all steam is used. I use the cup provided to fill it up to the line specified. I use 2 cups of water. I use very hot water from the tap so it does not take that long to heat up--I think 5 minutes. I do all my cleaning with the control on high--so it might be less than 5 minutes for you. I clean my 1-bedroom apartment; the whole kitchen (cupboards, walls, stove etc.) It takes about an hour. It tells you in the appliance book how long you should wait to refill the steamer I don't think it takes too long. I've never had to do it. The steamer is a fabulous addition to my vacuum and other appliances I own. Hope this helps. I use the steamer until all steam is used. I use the cup provided to fill it up to the line specified. I use 2 cups of water. I use very hot water from the tap so it does not take that long to heat up--I think 5 minutes. I do all my cleaning with the control on high--so it might be less than 5 minutes for you. I clean my 1-bedroom apartment; the whole kitchen (cupboards, walls, stove etc.) It takes about an hour. It tells you in the appliance book how long you should wait to refill the steamer I don't think it takes too long. I've never had to do it. The steamer is a fabulous addition to my... » Read More I use the steamer until all steam is used. I use the cup provided to fill it up to the line specified. I use 2 cups of water. I use very hot water from the tap so it does not take that long to heat up--I think 5 minutes. I do all my cleaning with the control on high--so it might be less than 5 minutes for you. I clean my 1-bedroom apartment; the whole kitchen (cupboards, walls, stove etc.) It takes about an hour. It tells you in the appliance book how long you should wait to refill the steamer I don't think it takes too long. I've never had to do it. The steamer is a fabulous addition to my vacuum and other appliances I own. Hope this helps. « Show Less